Propellent Mass Fraction Formula

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Propellant Mass Fraction refers to the ratio of the mass of the propellant (fuel and oxidizer) to the total initial mass of the vehicle. Check FAQs
ζ=mpm0
ζ - Propellant Mass Fraction?mp - Propellant Mass?m0 - Initial Mass?

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0.8667Edit=13Edit15Edit
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Propellent Mass Fraction Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
ζ=mpm0
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
ζ=13kg15kg
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
ζ=1315
Next Step Evaluate
ζ=0.866666666666667
LAST Step Rounding Answer
ζ=0.8667

Propellent Mass Fraction Formula Elements

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Propellant Mass Fraction
Propellant Mass Fraction refers to the ratio of the mass of the propellant (fuel and oxidizer) to the total initial mass of the vehicle.
Symbol: ζ
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Propellant Mass
Propellant Mass refers to the total mass of propellant used in a propulsion system.
Symbol: mp
Measurement: WeightUnit: kg
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Initial Mass
Initial Mass often refers to the mass of a spacecraft or rocket at the start of a mission, including all components such as payload, structure, propellant, and any other necessary equipment.
Symbol: m0
Measurement: WeightUnit: kg
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

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How to Evaluate Propellent Mass Fraction?

Propellent Mass Fraction evaluator uses Propellant Mass Fraction = Propellant Mass/Initial Mass to evaluate the Propellant Mass Fraction, The Propellent Mass Fractionformula quantifies what proportion of the vehicle's mass is dedicated to propellant. This ratio is crucial for understanding the performance characteristics of rockets and spacecraft. Propellant Mass Fraction is denoted by ζ symbol.

How to evaluate Propellent Mass Fraction using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Propellent Mass Fraction, enter Propellant Mass (mp) & Initial Mass (m0) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Propellent Mass Fraction

What is the formula to find Propellent Mass Fraction?
The formula of Propellent Mass Fraction is expressed as Propellant Mass Fraction = Propellant Mass/Initial Mass. Here is an example- 0.866667 = 13/15.
How to calculate Propellent Mass Fraction?
With Propellant Mass (mp) & Initial Mass (m0) we can find Propellent Mass Fraction using the formula - Propellant Mass Fraction = Propellant Mass/Initial Mass.
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